Job Posting Summary
Maintenance Attendant (Full-Time)
Windham Region Transit District (WRTD)
Starting Pay: $20.00 per Hour
Windham Region Transit District (WRTD) is seeking a reliable and motivated Maintenance Attendant to help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of our transit vehicles, facilities, bus stops, and grounds. This hands-on position includes vehicle cleaning and detailing, janitorial services, groundskeeping, facility upkeep, and snow and ice removal.
Qualified candidates must possess a valid Connecticut driver's license and be willing to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire. WRTD will provide CDL training and support.
The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, able to work independently, and comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean, wash, and detail transit vehicles, including buses, vans, and support fleet vehicles.
- Fuel vehicles and perform diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) servicing.
- Check and top off vehicle fluids, including engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid, transmission fluid, and other approved fluids as needed.
- Perform light vehicle maintenance and repairs, including replacing wiper blades, light bulbs, and maintaining proper tire pressure.
- Conduct routine inspections and report maintenance issues, safety concerns, or repair needs to supervisory staff.
- Perform janitorial services, including cleaning offices, restrooms, break rooms, and other facilities.
- Maintain bus stops, passenger shelters, and agency properties.
- Perform mowing, trimming, landscaping, and general groundskeeping duties.
- Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots, bus stops, shelters, and agency facilities.
- Safely operate cleaning, maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal equipment.
- Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, accidents, or property damage.
- Assist with facility upkeep, special projects, and seasonal maintenance activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Valid Connecticut Driver's License
- Ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 6 months (training provided)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors year-round
- Ability to obtain Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, paid training, paid time off, retirement benefits, and an opportunity to serve your local community.
Windham Region Transit District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
